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I have a cough and constantly running nose. i also have lumps in the back of my throat but my throat is not sore it just feels dry. what do i have?

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Viral URI: Sounds like a viral upper respiratory tract infection. Could also have some allergy compnent to it, but it is generally the wrong time of the year for seasonal allergy, your did not describe the typical red, itchy, watery, sneezing bit, and it seems like your symptoms are more acute.

Answered 5/8/2020

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